Welcome to the first of Rocket Industrial’s ‘This Month in Packaging’ blog series. We will be sharing a monthly wrap up of packaging related content that catches our eye. Here are five things that caught our attention this month...

We are proud to announce our merger/acquisition of Harder Corp (Madison, WI) and United Paper (Menasha, WI). This merger allows for both Rocket Industrial and “Harder United” to continue providing customers with the best products and services to solve their packaging and facility care challenges...

Strapping is the most commonly used way to bundle products for shipping. There are many different types of strapping available and it’s important to know the specifications and use for each. A common misconception is that plastic strapping is all the same, but there are extensive differences between the two main materials, polyester and polypropylene.

Although holiday traditions might look a little different we hope the feeling of joy and cheer still persist. Here's to a brighter 2021 filled with success and determination. Have a wonderful holiday everyone!

As the effort to develop a Covid-19 vaccine nears approval, packaging that allows for safe, timely distribution is a key next step. From strictly monitoring vaccine temperature to needing to be stored in a specific type of glass, how the vaccine is packaged and transported will play a vital role in its successful distribution...

We expanded our national distribution network to Tulsa, Oklahoma, by acquiring Preferred Tape Inc. (PTI). This merger allows for both Rocket Industrial and PTI to better serve our clients’ needs and continue to help U.S. manufacturers package with less cost and less landfill waste...

Packaging equipment can be an expensive investment, but under Section 179, you can get tax savings for your business by investing in it. Along with the fact that most packaging equipment offers a positive ROI in a year, this a huge incentive for those considering new packaging equipment to act now...

Gloves have always been an important aspect of workplace safety to protect workers’ most valuable tool, their hands. With new safety and hygiene protocols in place, safety gloves have become even more important. With a wide variety of gloves on the market, it can be challenging to choose the right hand protection...

Over time many of us have lost our focus on the true needs of “back end production”. We have tried to solve the labor problem by throwing another dollar an hour on our pay, which is not the solution. People do not work for money alone. There are ways to make your packaging operation a better place to work...

Whether you’re an established brewer or new to the market, having a successful packaging strategy is crucial to your growth. Growth can often lead to supply and logistic challenges. By choosing a single source packaging partner, you don’t have to handle it alone...